Deadline
Oct 29, 2026
Closing in 10 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Permanent
Full or part time
Reference
N/A
Posted
Oct 16, 2026
About the role
Patient Navigator
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Posting Information
Posting Information| Department | ASOD Clinical Operations-431500 |
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| Career Area | Administrative/Clerical Support |
| Is this an internal only recruitment? | No |
| Posting Open Date | 10/15/2026 |
| Application Deadline | 10/29/2026 |
| Position Type | Permanent Staff (SHRA) |
| Position Title | Admin Support Associate - Journey |
| Salary Grade Equivalent | NC02 / GN04 |
| Working Title | Patient Navigator |
| Position Number | 00005143 |
| Vacancy ID | P021471 |
| Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited | Full-Time Permanent |
| If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment | |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Work Schedule | Monday – Friday; 8am – 5pm |
| Work Location | CHAPEL HILL, NC |
| Position Location | North Carolina, US |
| Hiring Range | $38,890 - $42,000 |
| Pay Band Information | To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet. |
| Notice to Applicants | This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship. |
| Be a Tar Heel! | A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance. |
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| Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit | The UNC Adams School of Dentistry Office of Clinical Operations is responsible for overseeing patient care, providing quality assurance, maintaining infection control, administering regulatory compliance and preserving fiscal stability. The Office of Clinical Operations is an integral part of the School and their primary mission is to provide the highest quality education and training to students and to provide the highest quality dental treatment available for patients. |
| Position Summary | The Patient Navigator serves as a single point of contact for DDS/Hygiene students, patients, and caregivers to provide resources and assistance with accessing clinical and supportive care services offered within ASOD. The Patient Navigator is responsible for scheduling, canceling, modifying, and reconciling appointments for Pre-doctoral and Hygiene clinics; responds to student/patient request using In-Basket (Internal messaging system) and the providers’ work queue treatment plan; updates, prepares and distributes appointment information to patients, students, and staff; input EPIC Templates for DDS providers; modify templates based on clinic closures and schedule changes; follow established procedures for screening incoming/outgoing appointment-related telephone calls and directing them to the appropriate staff/department and checking voicemails and responding to patients’ messages; provide patients with appointment confirmation and necessary details regarding their appointment via EPIC after visit summary (time, date, location, provider, etc.); collecting and validating payments and verifying Medicaid Eligibility and Delta Dental Insurance; validate authorized credit card acceptance and review checks for appropriate information for acceptance. |
| Minimum Education and Experience Requirements | High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. |
| Management Preferences | Prior experience in healthcare. |
| Required Licenses/Certifications | |
| Special Physical/Mental Requirements | |
| Campus Security Authority Responsibilities | Not Applicable. |
| Position/Schedule Requirements | |
| Special Instructions | |
| Quick Link | https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/326990 |
| Office of Human Resources Contact Information | If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to [email protected] Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. |
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| Equal Opportunity Employer Statement | The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. |
Applicant Documents
Required Documents- Curriculum Vitae / Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of References
- Other Document
- Certification/licenses
Posting Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education for the Administrative Support Associate position.
- High school diploma/GED
- Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in any field
- Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and office support experience to equal 4 years (ex. 1 year of high school and 3 years experience)
- None of the above
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